Order of the Nine Gems, Badge

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SKU: 01.THA.0107.101.01.001

Estimated market value:

$5500 USD

  • Badge

Estimated market value:

$5500 USD

Attributes

  • Country
    Thailand
  • Composition
    Gold/Diamond/Ruby/Emerald/Sapphire/Garnet/Pearl/Topaz/Cat's Eye
  • Size
    58mm
  • Image Licensing
    The image of the Order of the Nine Gems, Badge is a scanned image from the Book "Die Ritter und Verdienst Orden, Ehrenzeichen und Medaillen aller Souveräne und Statten" edited by L.J. Trost. The book was published in 1910.

History


The Order is conferred upon Buddhist members of the Royal Family, as well as high ranking dignitaries, who have served the Kingdom and are affiliated with Buddhism.

Awarded to both men (Knight) and women (Dame), the Dame awards are distinguished by the use of a bow ribbon.

The Order is limited to 27 members.

Original institution date unknown, believed to be during the 12th century.

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